1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint weights approximately 115 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Sprint | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
